Learn how people, communities, and institutions shape biodiversity conservation, and build practical skills for creating more effective conservation solutions.
This minor gives students an opportunity to build expertise in the social dimensions of conservation and natural resource management.

Skills and competencies

Systems thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Governance and policy
Declaring a minor
If you are interested in declaring a minor in Conservation and Society, please email Jacqie Hasan. Her information is listed below.
Additionally, the Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources is hosting information sessions where you can request to declare the minor.
All information sessions are held in-person in Room 142 of the Michael Smith Natural Resources Building.
Upcoming sessions
- Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2 p.m.
- Monday, Dec. 7, 3:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, Jan. 12, 3:30 p.m.